Timelessly seductive and highly dramatic, black lace will always find a place on the feminine side of our wardrobes (even if for some of us, it’s confined to the lingerie drawer), but it takes a certain mood and attitude to rock it. You don’t just slip into a sheer lace blouse any old morning, an intricate gown on a regular day, or filmy black opera gloves for casual cocktails (unless you’re leading quite the glamorous life!). Enter the black lace bag. It’s a noncommittal way to infuse some theatrics into your wardrobe, whether you go the elegant route by pairing with diamonds and dark satin, set a contrast with shocking-bright nails or a neon dress, or spring ahead with a white pantsuit (loads of them were just seen on the London runways). However you carry it, a black lace bag will be a discreet wardrobe treasure for years to come.
1) Oscar de la Renta Lace Goa Clutch: With lovely lame mousseline serving as the base for artful lace, Oscar de la Renta has brought a whisper-light touch to the realm of black lace. Whether you shake it up with a loud print or let the bag shine against a muted palette, this is evening at its finest. At Oscar de la Renta for $950.
2) L’Wren Scott Lady Laque Lace Pouchette: Lace goes incognito in L’Wren’s restrained hands.
